1988 Lada Samara vs. 2010 BMW 760
To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2010 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2010 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Samara | 760 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 535 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3211 mm |
